Chapter Three
The Music Within IIAfter seeing Draco's agreeing nod she dug through her tote trying to find something simple and not suggestive. With a huff Hermione realized that modern pop culture didn't involve anything that wasn't suggestive.
After deciding on a song by Sean Paul she put it in the CD player. They both nearly jumped as the staccato broke the morning silence.
Hermione began to show Malfoy the basic moves. It was rather awkward because neither wanted to get too close. Giving in to the temptation of being able to fly when this was over, Hermione decided she would just touch his shoulder to help their balance.
As weary as she was about touching her arch nemesis' shoulder she was shocked at his reaction!
"Ugh!" he hollered, looking at his shirt as if expecting a stain.
This set Hermione off.
"Why you arrogant, pompous, bloody git!" she all but screeched. And with a sickening crack she slapped him and then stalked back to her rooms, leaving a stricken Malfoy.
Malfoy stood up and quietly followed, neither noticing three dark shadows watching at the top of the bleachers.
For the first timer ever a Malfoy walked with his head down.
'Why the hell did I have to go and ruin it!' he screamed in his head.
His Slytherin mind quickly began scheming ways to get back on Granger's good side. Draco mentally scoffed at himself "Like I have ever been on her good side!'
Professor Severus Snape was surprisingly pleased with Minerva and Albus' plan. If he couldn't have her then his godson should. The only problem was that they were on worse terms than they began with. 'That idiot godson of mine', Severus cussed, 'wouldn't know a good thing if it slapped him in the face!' The smirk he received from his unintentional pun quickly vanished when he saw just the person he wanted to talk to heading down to the Great Hall for a real breakfast.
"Good morning Mr. Malfoy", Snape said to Draco with a smirk.
"Good day, if it is, which I doubt", Draco replied, unknowingly quoting a Disney character, "Is there anything I can do for you?"
"Well Mr. Malfoy I was wondering if you would join me for breakfast in my rooms", Severus said in a tone which made it clear that this was no invitation.
Draco's eyes widened. It was a real honor for any one to be invited to the Potion Master's rooms, much less for breakfast. He immediately became suspicious.
"Why?"
"I am going to give you advice that you greatly need, whether you want it or not."
He nodded and followed.
After a quiet and nervous breakfast Draco expectantly looked up at Snape.
"I'm not going to beat around the bush." Snape said breaking the silence. "Here is the situation: you want something and you pretty much screwed your chances at getting it. There is only one way left. You need to give her a sincere apology."
With that Snape escorted Draco out of his rooms.
Draco nothing but surprised thought: "Did Severus Snape, King of Slytherin, just tell me, Draco Malfoy, Prince of Slytherin, to apologize to Hermione Granger, Queen of Gryffindor and all that is good?...Sincerely?"
Draco couldn't believe it but he was going to do it. This was something that would make his ancestors turn over in their grave, apologizing to a mudblood.
On his long way back to the Head rooms Dracos mind began to slowly pick up the fact that Snape knew everything. Which would lead to him telling his father.
"Oh shit", he cursed for nobody to hear.
"Now Hermione, I am sure that you and Mr. Malfoy are settled, therefore this Monday I would like for you two to hold a prefect meeting to decide this years activities. Normally Heads choose the bare minimum, but I feel this year you and Mr. Malfoy will be able to set up plenty of dances and other activities." Professor McGonagall all but boasted to her favorite student.
Hermione nodded, understanding the point the Transfiguration Professor was trying to make. Come up with a way to take the student's minds off of the war. So with a grin Hermione promised herself that she would make this the best year ever. And she already had ideas, talent shows, game days, and several dances.
As she walked out of the door her professor held her up briefly.
"Hermione… sometimes it is best to forgive and give another chance."
Draco knew Granger was ignoring him.
"Listen Granger…" Draco began, sitting his charms essay down.
"Yes…." Hermione said knowing exactly what Malfoy was going to do and she was already forming a plan.
"GrangerI'msorrywouldyouforgiveme"? He asked running his words together.
Hermione smiled cheekily at Malfoy , knowingly letting him suffer for a few brief moments.
"Of course Malfoy!" Hermione said cheerfully as if they were the best of friends.
Draco knew something was up. He raised one eyebrow at Granger questioningly.
"Meet me in my room tonight around 10:30", she demanded.
Hermione had finally figured out that the best way to teach Malfoy to dance without getting the awkward feeling that they had, was to take him clubbing.
And to top things off she had decided on a perfect punishment for him. She was going to make him wear uncomfortable muggle clothes.
Although no one could tell, Draco was counting down the minutes until 10:30. As soon as his clock indicated that it was nearly 10:30 he ran to Granger's rooms, and knocked on her door.
"Your five minutes early", she said opening the door.
With a shrug Malfoy walked in.
Try to get them into one sentence, like: Draco was shocked to see that her room was decorated in blue and gold, but giving it a good judging look he gave a nod of approval. 'Not to much Gryffindor. Thank the heavens.'
For some reason Hermione let out her breath, she had no idea why she was hoping for his approval but she was tickled when she received it.
Hermione snickered when Malfoy noticed the pile of clothes on her bed.
"Those are what you are going to wear tonight", she said.
"Why?", he asked picking them up.
"Well you can't wear wizard clothing where we are going. I am going to get ready in the bathroom. You can dress in here. When I am done I will come fix your hair." Hermione rushed.
"I can fix my hair myself !" he nearly whined, "and why do I have to wear this kind of muggle clothing!"
Hermione looked at his hair, slicked back and laughed.
"You aren't one to be talking" Draco said mumbling.
"There is no way I am going wearing this." Draco sneered at Hermione.
"You don't even know where you are going and I promise you will fit in.
Honestly you look fine in leather. Some people can't pull it off, but you are managing", And just to set him off she added, "You might want to recheck your genealogy to see if there is any way you picked it up through muggle genes."
Draco reddened but said nothing. He wasn't going to make the same mistake twice; he was a Malfoy after all.
"Come here and let me fix your hair. You're not going anywhere with me looking like that."
Obliging Draco rolled his eyes wondering when Granger had ever been in a place to criticize anyone's looks. Except perhaps at the Yule Ball. And now.
For once she looked pretty decent. She had pulled her hair into a bun with a few curls hanging at her temples. His retched pants weren't nearly as tight as her skirt; which was also made of leather. They were both wearing white tops, only hers was more of a blouse and it had a V-neck.
Putting on her boots she told Draco to bring her wand.
She then conjured him and her a fake id. While she was finishing up Draco looked in the mirror real quick. His hair actually looked good; instead of it being slicked back she had left it loose where it would hang in his face slightly.
Once again Minerva McGonagall saw Mr. Malfoy and Hermione sneaking out. With a grin she watched as Severus followed to make sure they didn't get into any trouble. He inclined his head slightly as he acknowledged her presence.
The long walk off of Hogwarts ground wasn't very comfortable in high heels, 'I am never wearing these again' Hermione thought as Malfoy followed her. Once they were off of the grounds, Hermione put her hand on Malfoy's shoulder once again. This time he didn't even blink. Assured Hermione put her other hand around his waist and with a crack they both Apparrated.
All Malfoy could do when he walked into the building Granger had brought him to, was grin. Granger pulled him down to the very crowded dance floor, and everything seemed to click. The loud music was playing something he has never heard but he was enjoying grinding hips with his fellow enemy. With the dark lights and smoke it was really easy to let loose because it was going to be hard for anyone to see you make a fool out of yourself.
For the first time in his life Draco felt like he was in heaven. A very loud, hot, and sexy heaven.
Hermione recognized the music as soon as she walked in. It was one of D.J. Brown's mixes. Which were always hot.
If you ever wonder why this music gets you high…
Hearing it really starting up, she grabbed Malfoy's arm and drug him to the dark dance floor.
It's getting hot in here…
As she expected Malfoy was catching on quickly. That would really help with lessons.
All the lady's with good taste… All the lady's with good taste…
Make some noise…
'God I love this!', she thought turning around to sway her hips.
Put your hands up… Nah come on…
'Ron and Harry would probably cry if they could see me!' Hermione thought with a smirk.
Somebody hit the lights so we can rock it day and night….
"Can you imagine how much trouble we would be in if we got caught here?", Malfoy whispered in his ear.
Ladies move! Gentlemen move! Ohhhh I'm over do give me some room comin through! I need that ahhhh to get me off sweatin till my clothes come off.
"I won't tell if you don't!", Hermione whispered back.
"Good my father would probably cut my tongue off if he found out!", Draco sniggered at the idea of him never finding out that he was dancing with a mudblood and loving every bit of it.
What is so funny about missing a tongue, whispered a dark voice?
TBC
A.N. I don't know how to thank my wonderful beta. Thank you Onduril! Everyone say hi to Onduril!
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